Renovation of your home in Solroed.
Solrød Municipality is one of Denmark's smallest municipalities with approximately 22,000 inhabitants and only 40 km², located 30 km south of Copenhagen at Køge Bay. The municipality is characterised by six kilometres of coastline, high incomes and an active commuter life — 78% of residents commute out of the municipality. S-train line E connects Solrød Strand and Jersie directly to Copenhagen every 10 minutes.
Solroed in brief — context for your renovation.
train10-minute train to Copenhagen
S-train line E runs from Solrød Strand and Jersie directly to Østerport and Hellerup. Commuting time is short, and Solrød functions as an attractive housing alternative to more expensive municipalities closer to Copenhagen.
landscapeKøge Bay and coastline
Solrød has six km of coastline facing Køge Bay. The beach and nature are a central part of the municipality's identity and an important housing argument.
homeDetached house municipality with high incomes
Approx. 48% are detached houses. Residents have the highest average incomes in the Zealand Region — this is reflected in house prices and in demand for quality renovation.
Your housing type.
Detached house from 1960–1990
48% of homes in Solroed — approx. 5,200 dwellings (source: Statistics Denmark 2025)
Detached houses dominate Solrød Municipality, primarily in Solrød Strand and Havdrup. House prices are at the high end for Zealand outside Greater Copenhagen — renovation investments are generally profitable.
What's typical?
- — Brick exterior walls
- — Pitched roof with concrete tiles
- — Solrød Fjernvarme (most) or individual heat pump
- — Garden 500–900 m²
Common weaknesses
- — Insufficient loft insulation in houses from the 1960s–70s
- — Ageing roof covering
- — Outdated bathroom
- — Older windows
Typical costs
New concrete tile roof
95,000–220,000 kr
Zealand prices with proximity to Greater Copenhagen. High demand for tradespeople. . Source: Bolius
Energy windows (per window)
4,500–9,500 kr
Installed energy window. Prices close to Greater Copenhagen level. . Source: Bolius
New bathroom
92,000–235,000 kr
Full renovation including plumbing. Get quotes early — good tradespeople are busy. . Source: Bolius
Loft insulation
14,000–36,000 kr
Blown insulation or mineral wool. Good economics with district heating. . Source: Bolius
Do you need an architect?
Probably not necessary for:
- — Roof replacement with same material
- — Extension under 50 m²
- — Interior renovation
Architect recommended or required for:
- — Extension over 50 m²
- — Facade changes
- — Loft conversion
Flat from 1960–1980
29% of homes in Solroed — approx. 3,100 dwellings (source: Statistics Denmark 2025)
Multi-storey buildings primarily in Solrød Strand near the station. Connected to Solrød Fjernvarme a.m.b.a.
What's typical?
- — 3–4 storeys in brick
- — District heating
- — Shared installations
Common weaknesses
- — Ageing flat roofs
- — Outdated plumbing
- — Insufficient facade insulation
Typical costs
Facade renovation with insulation
1,400–2,700 kr/m²
Including new surface finish. Zealand prices. . Source: Bolius
Do you need an architect?
Probably not necessary for:
- — Interior flat renovation
Architect recommended or required for:
- — Facade renovations
- — Lift installations
Terraced house from 1970–1990
22% of homes in Solroed — approx. 2,300 dwellings (source: Statistics Denmark 2025)
Terraced houses primarily in Solrød Strand with good S-train access. Attractive segment with high market demand.
What's typical?
- — Brick terraced houses
- — Pitched roof
- — District heating
Common weaknesses
- — Insufficient loft insulation
- — Older windows
Typical costs
Energy renovation terraced house
200,000–430,000 kr
Roof, windows and insulation. Prices close to Greater Copenhagen level. . Source: Bolius
Do you need an architect?
Probably not necessary for:
- — Interior renovation
Architect recommended or required for:
- — Extension
- — Facade changes
Local conditions in Solroed.
local_fire_department District heating — Solrød Fjernvarme a.m.b.a.
Solrød Fjernvarme a.m.b.a. has for over 50 years supplied environmentally responsible district heating to 5,000 users in the municipality. District heating is available throughout the municipality — check solrodforsyning.dk for connection terms.
account_balance Heritage value
Solrød has few heritage-rated buildings — the municipality is a relatively new suburban community. This gives good freedom for renovation and alterations.
Look up your address at the Danish Heritage Agency's FBB register
assignment Building permit in Solroed
Apply for a building permit via Byg & Miljø. Interior alterations normally do not require a permit. Solrød Municipality has good online guidance on construction and renovation.
savings Grants for energy renovation
Grants for energy renovation via Sparenergi.dk. Solrød Fjernvarme can advise on optimising heat consumption.
Solroed in figures.
Data from Statistics Denmark (2025) and the Danish Heritage Agency — context for your property.
Dwellings total
2.6% vacancy rate
Listed buildings
Source: Danish Heritage Agency FBB
Social housing units
Source: Landsbyggefonden
CO₂ emissions by sector
Energy
14,894 tonnes CO₂
Transport
55,430 tonnes CO₂
Chemical processes
1,484 tonnes CO₂
Agriculture and land use
2,593 tonnes CO₂
Waste disposal and biogas
9,630 tonnes CO₂
Wastewater
377 tonnes CO₂
Frequently asked questions
about renovation in Solroed.
Yes — with S-train connections to Copenhagen and high incomes in the municipality, house prices are solid. Renovation investments pay off well, and well-renovated homes are in demand.
Yes, Solrød Fjernvarme a.m.b.a. has supplied district heating for over 50 years to 5,000 users. It covers the entire municipality — check solrodforsyning.dk for connection terms.
Prices are close to Greater Copenhagen level — about 10–15% above the national average. Get 3 quotes and plan 3–6 months ahead.
Loft insulation, new roof and energy windows give the best profitability. With district heating, energy savings are especially attractive. A bathroom renovation significantly boosts the home's market appeal.
Interior alterations normally do not require a permit. Extensions and facade changes require a building permit via Byg & Miljø. Solrød Municipality has good online guidance — check solrod.dk before starting your project.
Next steps.
50+ years of district heating in Solrød
Solrød Fjernvarme covers the entire municipality. Optimise your consumption and save money.
energy_savings_leafEnergy grants for your renovation
Sparenergi.dk has updated grants for insulation, windows and heat pumps.
buildFull renovation near Copenhagen
A well-renovated home in Solrød is in demand. Plan your project correctly.
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